Located in Mackay, The Resort at Dolphin Heads is 9.9 mi from Mackay Showgrounds and features various facilities, such as an outdoor swimming pool, barbecue facilities and a garden. The property is around 9.9 mi from Mackay Entertainment & Convention Center, 12 mi from BB Print Stadium Mackay and 12 mi from Port of Mackay. Mackay Marina is 12 mi from the property. At the resort, all rooms are fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. The Resort at Dolphin Heads provides some units with sea views, and the rooms are equipped with a patio. The units will provide guests with a microwave. The on-site restaurant is open for breakfast from 08:00-10:30, lunch from 11:30-15:30 and dinner from 17:30-20:00, Wednesday to Saturday. On Sundays, it is open for breakfast from 07:00-10:30 and lunch from 11:30-16:00. The restaurant is open on Mondays and Tuesdays during school holidays. Fishing is among the activities that guests can enjoy near the accommodations. Mackay Marina is 12 mi from The Resort at Dolphin Heads. The nearest airport is Mackay Airport, 12 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Golf course (within 2 miles)

Fishing

Cycling


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
2 bunk beds
and
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.3
Facilities
7.7
Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
8.0
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.0
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Tracy
    Australia Australia
    The location is great with a beautiful view out over the ocean,The swimming pool area is really nice
  • Michael
    Australia Australia
    We honestly enjoyed our stay. It was our first holiday with my partners service dog Rocky. The resort was welcoming and supportive of having a support dog on site.
  • Bec
    Australia Australia
    Loved the bar and pool so close. the music was such a good atmosphere. Had the best time. will definitely be back. it is a old resort but it’s still clean and tidy and awesome.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Salt Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Chinese • Pizza • Seafood • Australian • Local • Asian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Resort facilities at The Resort at Dolphin Heads

Most popular amenities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Beachfront
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Fold-up bed
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
  • Beach
  • Water park
    Off-site
  • Horseback riding
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Video
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Baby safety gates
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 – outdoor
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Fenced pool
Pool 2 – outdoor (kids)
  • Open all year
  • Suitable for kids
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Fenced pool
Spa
  • Kids' pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practice

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House rules

The Resort at Dolphin Heads takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 30 per child, per night
Crib upon request
AUD 15 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 30 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Discover Cash is not accepted The Resort at Dolphin Heads accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 3.5% charge when you pay with an American Express credit card.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Resort at Dolphin Heads of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

FAQs about The Resort at Dolphin Heads

  • The Resort at Dolphin Heads is 6.8 miles from the center of Mackay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Resort at Dolphin Heads is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The nearest beach is 0.6 miles from The Resort at Dolphin Heads. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, The Resort at Dolphin Heads is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Resort at Dolphin Heads offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Water park
    • Beachfront
    • Live music/Performance
    • Horseback riding
    • Beach
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Swimming pool

  • The Resort at Dolphin Heads has 1 restaurant:

    • Salt Restaurant

  • The prices at The Resort at Dolphin Heads may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at The Resort at Dolphin Heads include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Family